Disney Dreamlight Valley's Storybook Vale expansion introduces a wealth of new ingredients, some easier to locate than others. Mussels, a key ingredient described as a surprisingly water-filtering mollusk, can be particularly elusive. Unlike other shellfish, they only appear in specific Storybook Vale biomes. Their unpredictable spawn rate can make finding them challenging.
Unlocking Mussel Spawns in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Mussels are found on the ground throughout Mythopia, specifically within these areas:
- The Elysian Fields
- The Fiery Plains
- The Statue's Shadow
- Mount Olympus
While some players report easily finding Mussels in these locations, others find them scarce. The image below highlights potential spawn points, notably near Trial areas (e.g., near the first Trial in the Elysian Fields, where Hades is unlocked).
A cluster of Mussels can be found hidden behind a secret bush area in the Elysian Fields during Hades' "A Moth to a Flame" quest (as shown above). Unlocking this area may increase Mussel spawns across Mythopia.
Mussel Uses in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Unlike some other seafood, Mussels aren't used in crafting. Their primary use is as a cooking ingredient in these Storybook Vale recipes:
- Garlic Steam Mussels
- Mussel Risotto
- Steamed Mussels
Alternatively, consume them for a +150 energy boost or sell them for 75 Gold Star Coins at Goofy's Stalls.